In light of the evolving COVID-19 crisis and in an effort to maintain the health of our faculty, staff and students a decision has been made to shift the PharmD curriculum block back one week to start on Monday, March 23rd and end on Friday, May 15th.
In addition, all core courses will be taught via distance instruction via Zoom technology.
Laboratory courses are being adjusted to either allow some activities via Zoom or to bring students in in small groups. Because the elective courses have small enrollments, they can continue to be taught in person and students can spread out around the room.
The 1-week shift in the PharmD curriculum does not apply to our graduate courses or our undergraduate course, these courses will have the UNM-mandated 3-week spring break.
Students have also inquired what to do if they have traveled over spring break. We expect all students go to: http://www.unm.edu/coronavirus/ to report all personal out-of-state travel. Use the red “Report your travel” button to access the form. The submitted information will be used by public health experts to provide you with advice and guidance upon your return to Albuquerque regarding COVID-19 exposure. Students traveling domestically or internationally to areas not rated at Level 2 or Level 3 due to COVID-19 outbreaks —and who 1) travel by air; 2) travel to areas with high rates of COVID-19 activity; 3) attend large public events— will need to closely monitor and report (by phone to their medical provider’s office or to SHAC) symptoms of fever associated with cough or difficulty breathing for the next two weeks after last date of travel.
The College of Pharmacy will have a modified schedule through at least Sunday, April 5th.
Doctor of Pharmacy students – In light of the evolving COVID-19 crisis and in an effort to maintain the health of our faculty, staff and students a decision has been made to shift the PharmD curriculum block back one week to start on Monday, March 23rd and end on Friday, May 15th. In addition, all core courses will be taught via distance instruction via Zoom technology. Course IORs are preparing new course schedules with the new dates. Laboratory courses are being adjusted to either allow some activities via Zoom or to bring students in in small groups. Because the elective courses have small enrollments, they can continue to be taught in person and students can spread out around the room.
Graduate students – courses will remain on the extended break through April 5th. Graduate students should check with their advisor regarding any completion requirements outside the classroom, such as thesis defense, comprehensive examinations, or dissertation defense. Student completing research should reach out to faculty researchers regarding research efforts during this time.
Undergraduate course (PHRM 105) - course will remain on the extended break through April 5th and then resume via distance delivery on April 7th.
If your site is no longer allowing students, please contact Dr. Hunter at tshunter@salud.unm.edu . The Experiential Office and the College are working tirelessly to find replacement rotations for students.
We ask that as the semester continues to please keep up with any online professional documentation that you can complete such as your HIPAA trainings. We understand there will be barriers to completing other types of professional documentation such as your immunizations and certifications and ask that you do not stress clinical sites trying to update medical professional documentation at this time.
At this time, all College of Pharmacy offices will be operating remotely. Please use the following email addresses to submit any needed paperwork:
UNM Student Health and Counseling (SHAC) is a great resource for tips on managing fears and anxiety around coronavirus, additional self-help tools and has counseling services available for students by appointment (505.277.3136). An after-hours crisis counselor is also available for UNM students at 505.277.3136, option 3
You are not alone and we are here for you!
UNM Student Health and Counseling (SHAC) is your best source for immediate student healthcare access and information. SHAC has an excellent website with resources for you, including COVID-19 information and instructions.
After SHAC Hours of Operation: Call 505.260.7070. (Or call SHAC at 277.3136; select option #2.) You will reach an answering service. The answering service will page a SHAC medical provider who is available for medical problems that can be addressed over the telephone.Dear Student Pharmacists,
At this time of uncertainty, I want to reassure each of you that I as well as your College of Pharmacy family are committed to your health and education. Know that any decisions we make are made with your best interest at heart. We may not have all of the answers to your concerns, but rest assured, we are working around the clock to address them.
We are in constant contact with the University, the Health Sciences Center, and the state of New Mexico in order to provide you the most current information and to ensure your safety and well-being. To stay current with COVID-19 developments and how they may impact you, please visit the following UNM and HSC websites:
As student pharmacists, you are in a position to use your knowledge and instincts to keep yourself, as well as your loved ones, safe. Continue being the health care champions I know you are and soon enough, this too will come to pass.
Sincerely,
Donald A. Godwin, PhD
Dean & Professor of Pharmacy
UNM College of Pharmacy
505-272-0907
DGodwin@salud.unm.edu
pharmacy.unm.edu